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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR (CARGO DOORS)  or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR DOOR (E54)  .
  2. Use a soft-faced scraper, if needed, in order to peel the water deflector away from the door. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement  .
  3. Remove the control rod from the outside handle.
  4. Remove the outside handle nuts.
  5. Remove the outside handle.
  6. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Rear Door Outside Handle
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